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Glow-in-the-Dark

Stand out after sunset with custom Glow-in-the-Dark Screen Printed Transfers

Create merch that stands out and shines
Command higher prices with special effects
Perfect for Halloween, birthday parties, & special events
Create merch that stands out and shines
Command higher prices with special effects
Perfect for Halloween, birthday parties, & special events

Glow-in-the-Dark Screen Printed Transfers


Product Features
Now available in six vibrant glow ink colors, these custom screen printed transfers look bold in daylight and light up even brighter after dark. For the best, brightest effect, apply to dark apparel.

Learn More About Glow-in-the-Dark Screen Printed Transfers

Overview

Glow-in-the-Dark transfers are part of our screen printed transfer line. They are printed onto gang sheets using real plastisol ink.

  • Available as a single color print (Cannot combine colors on the same transfer)
  • No color changes or distress
  • Works best on dark apparel
  • To keep illuminated, the print can be recharged in normal room light
  • Glow Classic appears as frosted, off-white in daylight and glows a brilliant green in the dark. 
  • Glow Apricot, Glow Pink, Glow Yellow, Glow Blue, Glow Green appear as these colors in daylight and will glow as a more vibrant shade in the dark.
  • Minimum Quantity: 6 sheets
  • Maximum Size: 11.25″ x 14″
  • Recommended Fabrics: cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends



Helpful Links


Get Free Glow Sample






Screen Printed Transfer Pricing

  • 6 Sheet minimum order


Standard Gang Sheet Pricing (11.25" x 14" Sheet Size)
Easy Prints® (our art)6-1112-1718-2324-3536-4748-5960-7172-8990-107108-143144-179180-215216-251
1 COLOR10.235.534.113.473.042.462.272.071.931.771.461.391.33
2 COLOR18.7410.017.476.365.314.353.993.633.393.142.742.602.42
3 COLOR27.1914.5210.879.217.646.215.675.154.834.514.053.813.56
4 COLOR35.5919.0314.2412.059.948.067.366.676.275.885.355.024.70

Pricing per image (USD)


Vector (your art)6-1112-1718-2324-3536-4748-5960-7172-8990-107108-143144-179180-215216-251
1 COLOR11.576.254.653.923.422.792.582.362.182.011.651.581.49
2 COLOR21.2011.338.457.186.024.914.514.113.833.553.102.932.73
3 COLOR30.7716.4512.2910.418.647.026.425.815.465.104.594.314.03
4 COLOR40.2621.5516.1213.6411.249.138.337.547.106.676.055.695.31

Pricing per image (USD)


Non-Vector (your art)6-1112-1718-2324-3536-4748-5960-7172-8990-107108-143144-179180-215216-251
1 COLOR16.218.566.205.084.353.493.132.822.542.321.871.771.65
2 COLOR28.6315.0510.929.057.566.075.434.884.464.063.493.242.98
3 COLOR41.9122.0116.0013.1910.968.767.816.976.395.875.174.784.43
4 COLOR54.1828.5120.7617.1214.0311.2210.008.938.217.586.756.245.78

Pricing per image (USD)



Production Times

Order by 3 pm ET and your Glow-in-the-Dark order will ship the next business day!


Shipping Times

Flat rate $15 shipping on all custom transfer orders.

All custom transfers arrive in 2 days or less using UPS Ground, to the 48 contiguous states.

Outside of 2 day ground service? We'll upgrade you to our Speedy Air at no extra charge, so you'll still receive your package in 2 days!



Artwork Type

Screen printed transfers require vector artwork.

You can send us vector artwork and we can print it as is or with adjustments.

You can send us raster (non-vector) artwork that we will redraw/convert to vector.

Send us the best artwork that you have.



Accepted File Types

.AI, .JPE, .JPEG, .JPG, .PDF, .PNG, .PSD, .SVG, .TIF, .TIFF, and .TXT


Adobe Illustrator® - all versions

Adobe Acrobat® (PDF) - all versions

Adobe Photoshop® - all versions

Jpgs (photos) - we will redraw these types of files in a vector format



Production Details

  • Size: Standard gang sheet size is 11.25″ x 14″.
  • Text: Convert all text to curves/outlines
  • Colors: We use spot colors for screen printing. You can use spot colors when creating art, but it is not required. Use consistent colors in your file.
  • Line Thickness: minimum of .012″ for printed areas
  • Show-Thru Thickness: minimum of .04″ for non-printing areas
  • Special effects: Some special effects such as fades and shading can’t be produced with screen printing. Consider full color transfers if your art contains these.




How to Apply



Pre-Production:
Please check transfers carefully before heat-applying.

Set Temperature:
Set the press to 340°F

Pre-Heat Garment:
First, place the garment on platen, heat press for 3-5 seconds or until there is no more steam to remove wrinkles and moisture. Ensure there are no obstructions such as buttons, pockets, or seams. If there are, raise only the print area with a Print Perfect Pad.

Position & Press:
Place the transfer on the garment so that the ink side is facing down. Close the heat press and apply for 10 seconds.

Peel Warm:
Open the press. Wait 5 seconds and peel the carrier in a smooth, even motion.



Glow-in-the-Dark Application Settings

Icon Time: 10 Seconds
Icon Temperature: 340°F
Icon Pressure: Medium/Firm 6-8 (60-80 psi)
Icon Peel: Warm

Note: The recommended time, temperature, and pressure settings are for Stahls' Hotronix® heat press machines. Settings on other heat presses may vary.




Additional Notes

Icon Do not use a cover sheet



Beth Lynne Studio

"I love them! I printed all my solar eclipse shirts with glow in the dark. They look just like Goof Proof white, but in the dark they are a nice green color. Customers love it."

 - Beth Lynne Studio


Connie Carver

"I have one from 2017 that still glows"

 - Connie Carver


Frank Carr

"Thanks Transfer Express! This Glow in the Dark Transfer came out amazing!"

 - Frank Carr


Eddie Thompson

"We just did an order with the glow in the dark for a group of paranormal investigators. They turned out great and they were so excited the shirts glowed."

 - Eddie Thompson






How do I get the transfer to glow in the dark?

Glow-in-the-Dark transfers will glow after being exposed to direct light and can be recharged doing the same. The glow will fade slowly in the dark over time.

What colors are the Glow transfers in daylight?

Glow Classic appears as frosted, off-white in daylight and glows a brilliant green in the dark. Glow Apricot, Glow Pink, Glow Yellow, Glow Blue, Glow Green appear as these colors in daylight and will also glow as a more a brilliant green in the dark.

What is the shelf life of your transfers?

The transfers have indefinite shelf life when stored in proper conditions. It is not recommended storing them in areas with high humidity or high temperature.

On what types of fabrics can screen printed transfers be applied?

Screen printed transfers can be applied to cotton, polyester, or poly/cotton blends.


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